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Delta Flight Catches Fire at Orlando Airport, Passengers Evacuate

CBS NewsApril 21, 20251 min54,724 views
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Delta Flight Engine Fire

  • ✈️ Delta Flight 1213, an Airbus A330, experienced an engine fire on the tarmac at Orlando International Airport.
  • ⚠️ Flames were observed in the tailpipe of one of the aircraft's two main engines.
  • 🔥 The fire has since been contained and extinguished.

Passenger Evacuation and Safety

  • 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 A total of 200 passengers, 10 flight attendants, and two pilots were on board the aircraft.
  • 🚨 Passengers were forced to evacuate the plane using emergency slides.
  • ✅ Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident.

Airline and FAA Response

  • 💬 Delta Airlines stated they appreciate customer cooperation and apologized for the experience, emphasizing that safety is paramount.
  • 🛠️ Maintenance teams will examine the aircraft to understand the cause of the fire.
  • 🔍 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will also investigate the incident.
  • ✈️ The flight was scheduled to travel from Orlando to Atlanta.
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